Holiday Sparkles at Powerland
Visitors tour a 62-acre campus transformed into a holiday wonderland with festive decorations across 14 museum exteriors and grounds. Guests experience the displays from the comfort of their vehicles and can stop to meet Santa in the middle of the route. Attendees can also participate by voting for their favorite museum decorations.
Dec 5 – Dec 6, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Free admission; donations are gladly accepted.
Hours
Saturday and Sunday 5:00 pm–8:00 pm; last car entry at 8:00 pm.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Arrive before 8:00 pm, since that is the last car entry time and late arrivals may not get onto the route.
- Enjoy the decorated campus from the warmth of your car, and look for the opportunity to stop and meet Santa along the route.
- Bring a donation if you wish to support the event; admission is free and donations are gladly accepted.
- If donating online, use PayPal Giving Fund with a PayPal account to avoid processing fees on your contribution.
- Vote for your favorite museum decorations during your visit, as the event invites guests to choose a favorite.
Links & Contact
Run by Antique Powerland Museum Association
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do we stay in the car?
Yes. It's a drive-thru show across the 62-acre campus, where 14 museums have decorated their exteriors and grounds, so you see it all from your car.
Can we meet Santa?
Yes. You can stop and visit with Santa in the middle of the drive-thru route.
Can we vote for a favorite display?
Yes. Visitors vote for their favorite museum decorations.
How can I donate?
Donations are welcome. You can give through the PayPal Giving Fund, which means no processing fees for the park. You can also donate directly on the park's website, where processing fees apply.
Why is it free?
Holiday Sparkles is Powerland Heritage Park's way of thanking the community for supporting the park all year long.
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